Genetic Joyce

“A remarkably lucid tour of genetic research as both theory and practice, a tour reflecting both how it is done and what riches it offers. With Ferrer’s guidance, we develop a clearer picture of Joyce’s working synthesis of madness and method.”—Tim Conley, author of The Varieties of Joycean Experience

“A brilliant demonstration of genetic criticism at work by one of its most eminent theoreticians. Written with striking clarity of expression, this book manages—with the help of often beautiful and relevant metaphors—to enthuse readers and encourage them to discover the wealth of information that can be found in Joyce’s manuscripts.”—Dirk Van Hulle, author of James Joyce’s ‘Work in Progress’: Pre-Book Publications of “Finnegans Wake” Fragments

“There is no doubt in reading this book that Ferrer is one of the leading experts in the theory and practice of genetic criticism.”—James Joyce Quarterly

“Forms an enticing introduction to budding genetic critics and provides an overview of the insights Ferrer has garnered throughout his career.”—James Joyce Literary Supplement

“Paramount among Ferrer’s achievements in this important new study of pivotal compositional moments in Joyce’s manuscripts and notebooks . . . is his revelation of a vast documentary record testifying to how the published versions of Joyce’s works reflect a creative vision that did not come into being fully formed but was continually evolving in response to external influences and circumstances.”—Textual Cultures